Minor Flood Warning For The Victoria River
13 MARCH 2026 11:35 ACST
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations
Minor Flood Warning For The Victoria River
Issued at 11:35 AM ACST on Friday 13 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 2
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT KALKARINDJI
Small river level rises are occurring across the upper Victoria River catchment during Friday in response to recent rainfall.
Further rainfall forecast over the coming days may lead to renewed minor flooding at Kalkarindji. The situation is being closely monitored.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Top End, Central and Western Inland Areas
Upper Victoria River:
River levels are elevated along the upper Victoria River and further rises may occur.
The Victoria River at Kalkarindji is currently at 2.87 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Victoria River at Kalkarindji may exceed the minor flood level (9.00 m) overnight Friday into Saturday.
Victoria River between Armstrong River and Wattie Creek:
River levels are elevated along the Camfield River and the Victoria River between the Armstrong River and Wattie Creek.
Victoria River between Battle Creek and Armstrong River:
River levels are elevated along the Victoria River between Battle Creek and the Armstrong River.
Victoria River below Battle Creek:
River levels are elevated along the Victoria River downstream of Battle Creek.
Flood Safety Advice:
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.securent.nt.gov.au.}
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.
Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 12:00 PM ACST on Saturday 14 March 2026.
Latest River Heights:
Victoria River at Kalkarindji,2.87,rising,9:45 am Fri 13/03/26
Wickham River at Williams Crossing,1.33,steady,11:45 pm Tue 10/03/26
Victoria River at Dashwood Crossing,9.50,rising,10:45 am Fri 13/03/26
Victoria River at Victoria River Crossing,13.20,falling,9:45 am Fri 13/03/26
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.
